Ghanaian reggae-dancehall artiste Epixode has disclosed that he has by no means smoked or consumed alcohol at any level in his life.
In an unique interview with Nana Romeo on Accra-based Okay FM, the “Avatar” hitmaker was requested whether or not he had ever lived a so-called “dangerous boy” life-style both earlier than or throughout his music profession. In response, Epixode firmly acknowledged,
No. I’ve by no means smoked something smokable or ever gotten drunk earlier than.
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He attributed his disciplined life-style to each his upbringing and deliberate private decisions made out of an early age.
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Epixode
Luckily for me, I come from a great residence. My mum was on excursions and my dad labored in a financial institution, so I had early publicity to life
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Regardless of rising up in a ghetto setting, Epixode famous that his publicity to a structured and disciplined household life, alongside together with his dedication to be totally different, helped form his character and values.
Anyone who is aware of me nicely is aware of I don’t interact in these habits. It was a private determination as a result of I wished to face out
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Ghanaian reggae-dancehall artist, Epixode
Addressing a typical stereotype linked to reggae music, Epixode emphasised that drug use or intoxication isn’t a prerequisite for creativity or lyrical prowess.
Reggae artistes don’t essentially have to smoke or get excessive to create good music or significant lyrics,
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he mentioned, urging rising reggae musicians to stay genuine and dedicated to the craft slightly than succumbing to damaging influences.
His remarks have garnered admiration on social media, with many commending his self-discipline and refreshing stance in an business the place such decisions are sometimes thought-about unconventional.
